Undergraduate Programs
Program Outcomes (POs) Of B. Sc. In CSE Program
Program Outcomes (POs) of B. Sc. in CSE Program Graduates of the B. Sc. in CSE program are expected to attain the following Program Outcomes (POs) by the time of graduation.
| PO | Description |
|---|---|
| PO1: Engineering Knowledge | Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified in K1 to K4 respectively to the solution of complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7). |
| PO2: Problem Analysis | Identify, formulate, research literature and analyze complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7) reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences. (K1 to K4) |
| PO3: Design/ Development of Solutions | Design solutions for complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7) and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations. (K5) |
| PO4: Investigation | Conduct investigations of complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7) using research-based knowledge (K8) and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions. |
| PO5: Modern Tool Usage | Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7), with an understanding of the limitations. (K6) |
| PO6: The Engineer and Society | Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional computer science and engineering practice and solutions to complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7). (K7) |
| PO7: Environment and Sustainability | Understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of professional computer science and engineering work in the solution of complex computer science and engineering problems (EP1 to EP7) in societal and environmental contexts. (K7) |
| PO8: Ethics | Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of computer science and engineering practice. (K7) |
| PO9: Individual Work and Teamwork | Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings. |
| PO10: Communication | Communicate effectively on complex computer science and engineering activities (EA1 to EA5) with the computer science and engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions. |
| PO11: Project Management and Finance | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one's own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments. |
| PO12: Life-Long Learning | Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change. |
Mapping of Program Outcomes (POs) to Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
| Program Outcomes (POs) | Program Educational Objectives (PEOs) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PEO1 | PEO2 | PEO3 | |
| PO1: Engineering Knowledge | x | ||
| PO2: Problem Analysis | x | ||
| PO3: Design/Development of Solutions | x | ||
| PO4: Investigation | x | ||
| PO5: Modern Tool Usage | x | ||
| PO6: The Engineer and Society | x | ||
| PO7: Environment and Sustainability | x | ||
| PO8: Ethics | x | ||
| PO9: Individual Work and Teamwork | x | ||
| PO10: Communication | x | ||
| PO11: Project Management and Finance | x | ||
| PO12: Life-Long Learning | x | ||
Knowledge Profile
The B. Sc. in CSE curriculum must encompasses all the elements of the knowledge profile to achieve the program outcomes PO1 to PO8.
| Knowledge Profile | Attribute |
|---|---|
| K1: Theory-based natural sciences | A systematic, theory-based understanding of the natural sciences applicable to the discipline |
| K2: Conceptually-based mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and formal aspects of computer and information science | Conceptually based mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics and the formal aspects of computer and information science to support analysis and modeling applicable to the discipline |
| K3: Theory-based engineering fundamentals | A systematic, theory-based formulation of engineering fundamentals required in the engineering discipline |
| K4: Forefront engineering specialist knowledge for practice | Engineering specialist knowledge that provides theoretical frameworks and bodies of knowledge for the accepted practice areas in the engineering discipline; much is at the forefront of the discipline |
| K5: Engineering design | Knowledge that supports engineering design in a practice area |
| K6: Engineering practice (technology) | Knowledge of engineering practice (technology) in the practice areas in the engineering discipline |
| K7: Comprehension of engineering in society | Comprehension of the role of engineering in society and identified issues in engineering practice in the discipline: ethics and the engineer's professional responsibility to public safety; the impacts of engineering activity; economic, social, cultural, environmental and sustainability |
| K8: Research literature | Engagement with selected knowledge in the research literature of the discipline |
Range of Complex Engineering Problem Solving
Complex engineering problem solving as required in PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, and PO7 are problems that have EP1 and some or all of EP2 to EP7 characteristics.
| Attribute | Characteristics of Complex Engineering Problems |
|---|---|
| EP1: Depth of knowledge required | Cannot be resolved without in-depth engineering knowledge at the level of one or more of K3, K4, K5, K6, or K8 which allows a fundamental-based, first principles analytical approach |
| EP2: Range of conflicting requirements | Involve wide-ranging or conflicting technical, engineering and other issues |
| EP3: Depth of analysis required | Have no obvious solution and require abstract thinking, originality in analysis to formulate suitable models |
| EP4: Familiarity of issues | Involve infrequently encountered issues |
| EP5: Extent of applicable codes | Are outside problems encompassed by standards and codes of practice for professional engineering |
| EP6: Extent of stakeholder involvement and conflicting requirements | Involve diverse groups of stakeholders with widely varying needs |
| EP7: Interdependence | Are high level problems including many component parts or sub-problems |
Range of Complex Engineering Activities
Complex engineering activities as required in PO10 are engineering activities or projects that have some or all of EA1 to EA5 characteristics.
| Attribute | Characteristics of Complex Engineering Problems |
|---|---|
| EA1: Range of resources | Involve the use of diverse resources including people, money, equipment, materials, information and technologies |
| EA2: Level of interaction | Require resolution of significant problems arising from interactions between wide-ranging or conflicting technical, engineering or other issues |
| EA3: Innovation | Involve creative use of engineering principles and research-based knowledge in novel ways |
| EA4: Consequences for society and the environment | Have significant consequences in a range of contexts, characterized by difficulty of prediction and mitigation |
| EA5: Familiarity | Can extend beyond previous experiences by applying principle-based approaches |